Nutrition
Nutrition
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ISBN: 9781337906371
Author: Sizer, Frances Sienkiewicz., WHITNEY, Ellie
Publisher: Cengage Learning,
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Legumes are nitrogen rich plant, which are involved in the amonification and nitrification. They are involved in the nitrogenous fixation process and are found to be nutritious and rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals.

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